The British 1907 Shilling coin, designed by George William de Saulles, features the portrait of King Edward VII. Minted in sterling silver (92.5%), the 1907 Shilling reflected the economic prosperity of Britain during the early 20th century, when it was still the worlds leading industrial power.
Politically, the 1907 Shilling was issued during King Edward VIIs reign, a period of relative peace and economic growth known as the Edwardian era. The coins silver composition and design symbolized British national pride and financial stability during a time of imperial strength, before the challenges of World War I.